Description

tert-Butyl 4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry and advanced material science. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing substituted benzoate scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific bromo- and methoxy-substituted aromatic structures are required.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other functional group transformations in complex molecule assembly.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its aromatic and ester functionalities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	1260897-35-5
Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO3
Molecular Weight	287.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-methoxybenzoic acid tert-butyl ester; 2-Methoxy-4-bromobenzoic acid tert-butyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-2-methoxy-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; tert-Butyl 4-bromo-2-methoxybenzoate; 1,1-Dimethylethyl 4-bromo-2-methoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 4-Bromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, from research to commercial-scale production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.